Owner's Manual

8 TASCAM HS-2
1−Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM HS-2
2 Channel Audio Recorder. Please read this manual
thoroughly before using the unit so that you understand
correct operating procedures and can use its functions
fully. We hope that you enjoy using this unit for many
years.
Please keep this manual so that you can read it at
any time. A digital copy of this manual can also be
downloaded from our website (http://tascam.com/)
Features
SD cards and CF cards (Ultra DMA compatible) are used
as recording media
Dual slots allow two cards to be loaded and recorded
simultaneously in mirror recording mode
2-track simultaneous recording is possible at up to 192
kHz, 24-bit sample rates
Three operation modes: timeline, take and playlist
In timeline mode, linear recording and playback like a
tape recorder are possible
In take mode, playback and flash start of takes are
possible
In playlist mode, takes can be added to a list and played
back in list order or activated using flash start
File format: Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) file
Waveform Audio Format (WAV) file
Flash start is possible using a TASCAM RC-HS20PD, RC–
SS20 (both sold separately)
In addition to using the remote controllers that are sold
separately, flash start is also possible using PARALLEL
control or a keyboard
Auto cue, auto ready and incremental play functions
Suppo r ts l oa ding an d wr it ing AES31 editi ng
information in timeline mode.
Playlist mode (supports JPPA flash start playlist file
loading and writing)
JOG/SHUTTLE function
Intuitive operation is possible using graphical interface
on TFT color touchscreen
XLR analog balanced inputs and outputs
RCA analog unbalanced inputs and outputs
XLR AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs
COAXIAL S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs
Headphone output
BNC time code input and output using Option SY-2
BNC video reference (NTSC/PAL black burst signals,
and HDTV Tri-level signals) and word clock input and
output/thru
Copying files to connected USB memory is possible
LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) functions allow file transmission,
remote control over a network
Parallel remote control is possible
RS-232C serial remote control is possible
Supports RS-422 (9-pin serial protocol) serial remote
control using Option SY-2
Rack mounting (2U) is possible
Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in
the future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit (HS-2) ........................................................................... 1
Power cord set ............................................................................. 1
Rack-mounting screw kit ......................................................... 1
Security screws ............................................................................ 3
Warranty card ............................................................................... 1
Owner's manual (this manual) ............................................... 1
Conventions used in this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
Keys, jacks and other parts on the main unit and
external devices are indicated like this: MENU
Messages on the units display are shown like this:
ON
“CompactFlash card” is abbreviated as “CF card.
Additional information is provided as necessary as tips,
notes and cautions.
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe
special cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury,
damage to equipment or lost recording DATA, for
example.